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Assistant Professor (Lecturer)

Position Number: 6720123
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Health - Sports Mgmt, Recreation & Leisure Studies

Assistant Professor (Lecturer)

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University of Utah, College of Health
Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism
Career-Line Assistant Professor (Lecturer), Lecturer Track Faculty

The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism in the College of Health at the University of Utah invites applications for a career-line Assistant Professor (Lecturer) position. The Department is seeking a skilled educator who will assist with (1) instructing undergraduate classes in management and marketing, (2) internship coordination and other experiential opportunities for students in hospitality, event, and sport, and (3) the U-EXPLORE program. Candidates with teaching and professional experiences in hospitality, event, and sport managements are encouraged to apply. Expected work responsibilities are 60% in teaching and 40% in administration and service.

The successful candidate will:

Teach undergraduate courses in management and marketing within parks, recreation, hospitality, event, and sport, both in-person and online formats. Teaching load will be six courses per year, (three courses in Fall, three courses in Spring).

Serve as the Department's internship coordinator, enhancing the partnerships with industry professionals.

Contribute to curriculum development, student recruitment, and experiential education in hospitality, event, and sport.

Support the U-EXPLORE program - direct or support the Wild Utah Living Learning Community by coordinating a semester-long seminar series and working with residence hall staff to facilitate strong student learning outcomes.

The Department is particularly interested in candidates with a vision and drive for (1) strengthening our undergraduate education in hospitality, event, and sport and (2) contributing to the Department's ongoing relationship-building with these industry sectors.

Potential applicants should visit our website to review our faculty expertise and existing undergraduate courses. In the letter of application, candidates should comment on their curricular skills and interests, and how they foresee their experience fitting the unique responsibilities of this position. We are especially interested in hiring a colleague who complements our existing faculty, curriculum, and the mission and vision of the Department and within the College of Health.

The Department and University value candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences as this combination enriches the education experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We strive to recruit faculty who will further enhance our expertise and we wholeheartedly support all faculty members in their pursuit of academic, professional, and personal success.

Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism at the University of Utah
As a Department, we envision a global community that values and celebrates parks, recreation, and tourism. To that end, we contribute to individual, community, and environmental health through education, research, and action informed by the preventive, developmental, and restorative properties of parks, recreation, and tourism. We create, share, and apply knowledge about parks, recreation, and tourism to inspire students, inform policy, serve social needs, promote sustainability, and advocate for the health of people, communities, and the environment. Our faculty and staff serve approximately 200 undergraduates, 15 MS, and 15 PhD students. We are a collegial community of creative and committed scholars and educators who all work collaboratively in teaching, scholarship and service. As a Department within the College of Health, we ascribe to the belief that what we do contributes to quality of life, health, and well-being.

College of Health
The College of Health is among the largest of the colleges and schools at the University with 2,500 undergraduates and 600 graduate students. Degree options include 18 BA/BS degree emphases, 16 master's degree programs, three clinical doctorates, and five PhD programs. This combination of graduate degrees, professional programs, and undergraduate majors uniquely positions the College to contribute to the clinical and research missions of University of Utah Health and high impact educational practices on the main campus.

The University of Utah
The University of Utah is an R1 institution as ranked by the Carnegie Classification and an AAU member institution. As it is the state's flagship research institution, the University emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. It serves over 32,000 students from across the U.S. and the world with over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law and medicine. The University of Utah is a vibrant, diverse, and secular university located in a beautiful setting on the shoulder of the Wasatch Front.

Utah and Salt Lake City
Utah is the West at its best - four distinct seasons, ready access to all outdoor activities including superb skiing at seven world-famous resorts just minutes from campus. Utah is home to five national parks and countless national, regional, state, and local recreation areas. The State is nationally recognized for excellence in entrepreneurship, economic growth, and outdoor recreational activities (skiing, hiking, climbing, etc.).

Salt Lake City is a vibrant, major metropolitan area with a diverse, multicultural population and numerous cultural and outdoor activities. It is also the hosting city of the 2034 Winter Olympics. The City has been recognized as the best city to start a career and offers an abundance of activities/attractions that contribute to excellent quality of life. It features arts, culture, shopping, professional sports, major collegiate sports, and more. Spectacular outdoor settings and unmatched outdoor recreation opportunities are a short drive, bike ride, or walk away from campus.

Special Instructions for Candidates
Click to apply: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/191689

Please upload all application materials into one (1) combined PDF document which will include the following:

1. A letter of application in which you describe your fit to the position relative to the qualifications listed in this advertisement, including complementary experience and education.
2. A curriculum vitae that includes a description of your teaching, administrative experience, and interests.
3. A statement addressing your approach to and philosophy on education and whom should benefit from it, experiences with teaching innovation and various education delivery methods both in-person and online formats (max 2 single-spaced pages).
4. The names and contact information of three professional references (name, title, affiliation, phone number, email address).

Early application deadline is December 31, 2025 or until the position is filled.

Appointment: Nine-month career line faculty appointment (renewable)

Minimum Qualifications: M.S. and academic preparation in parks, recreation, tourism or a closely related discipline required.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Preferred Starting Date: August 16, 2026

Please contact Search Committee Chair, KangJae "Jerry" Lee Ph.D., via k.j.lee@utah.edu or 801-646-4560 for more information.

University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Department: 00198 - Parks Recreation and Tourism
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Non Tenure Track
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN03953F

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/191927

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu